Thanks for the encouraging post- things line that keep new trying to work hard on this platform! I would add this tip:
Even if you have no time for posting, check out posts you like, vote for them even if your vote is worth nothing right now - it makes a person happy to see that people like his words/art/poem etc. Even if he doesn't get money from this - you still can reward the post writer with a nice, constructive comment. And pretty much like what gmuxx wrote - being selfless will be good for you, as people like being acknowledged for their hard work and creations and they are willing to reward those who stop by and appreciate their work.